[Environmental Colonialism. How a community loses its land]

Epidemiol Prev. 2024 Nov-Dec;48(6):490-494. doi: 10.19191/EP24.6.A817.139.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

The area known as Piana di Venafro is situated between the Mainarde and Matese massifs in the extreme western Region of Molise (Southern Italy). This valley was formerly designated as Campania felix, a moniker derived from the global esteem in which its crops were held. Nowadays, the valley is traversed by numerous high-volume thoroughfares, rendering it challenging to maintain the designation of felix. The presence of significant industrial facilities along its periphery has resulted in the valley becoming a heavily polluted area. This contribution provides an overview of the significant activities undertaken by the non-profit organisation 'Mamme per la Salute e l'Ambiente ODV ETS' (Mums for Health and Environment) in their efforts to safeguard the Venafro Plain region and address the environmental concerns they have identified.

Keywords: Environment; Health; Pollution; Venafro Valley.

Publication types

  • Historical Article
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Colonialism*
  • Environmental Health
  • Environmental Pollution
  • Humans
  • Italy